Body - Noise At B-Pillar Or When Opening Sliding Doors
58 11 01April 27, 2011
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Vehicle Information
Noise at B-Pillar When Driving or When Opening Sliding Door(s)
Squeaking and or grinding sound at the b-pillar when driving, and or, when cycling (opening and closing) front or sliding door(s).
Additional lubricant added to vehicles built after Sept. 27, 2010
Inspection
Step 1:
Operate the suspect sliding and/or front door for 7 cycles (open, close) to identify concern. Was the door squeaking or grinding?
^ Yes, procede to step 2
^ No, this bulletin does not apply, continue with further diagnosis.
Step 2:
From the selection below, which door(s) were affected?
^ Sliding door only, Proceed to Step 3.
^ Sliding and front door only, proceed to Step 3.
^ Front door only, Proceed to Step 7.
Step 3:
^ Using a brush (2), apply a thin layer of Krytox(R) grease Part No. G0528431A along the upper sliding door track approximately eight to ten inches (1) beginning at the front as shown.
Step 4:
^ Apply a thin layer of Kryto(R) grease (1 and 2) along the inner lower sliding door track (3) approximately two to four inches beginning at the rear as shown.
Step 5:
^ Using a brush (1) in a downward motion, apply a small amount of Krytox(R) grease along the sliding door striker (2).
^ Cycle door, recheck for noise.
Step 6:
Was the front door squeaking and/or grinding?
^ Yes, Proceed to Step 7.
^ No, Proceed to Step 8.
Step 7:
^ Using a brush (1) in a downward motion, apply a small amount of Krytox(R) grease along the front door striker (2).
^ Cycle door, recheck for noise.
Step 8:
Cycle the sliding and front door open and close. Did the door exhibit any squeaking and/or grinding sounds?
^ Yes, This bulletin does not apply, continue with further diagnosis.
^ No, Return the vehicle to the customer or dealer inventory.
Warranty
No special tools required.
Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.